While high blood pressure certainly raises stroke risk, prehypertension may also substantially up the odds of having a cardiovascular event.

Calming down to keep from bursting out in anger might not just be good for your relationships — it might be better for your heart, according to a new review.

If your arteries have dangerous plaque build-up, determining your risks for stroke and heart attack can help guide self-care and medical care. Certain imaging tests may aid in predicting those risks.

The death of a loved one can bring emotional strife and, quite literally, heartbreak. According to a new study, the loss of a loved one might be linked to heart troubles.

In general, exercise boosts heart health. A job that demands rigorous physical activity, however, might trigger a heart attack or stroke, especially for those with high risk factors.

People with atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder, face a high likelihood of stroke. To reduce the risk, the American Academy of Neurology recommends taking anticoagulants.

Doctors recommend annual flu shots to help patients stay healthy during flu season. New research suggests that the flu vaccine also might help prevent stroke.

While bringing down high blood pressure can prevent stroke, it has been less clear whether lowering blood pressure after stroke is beneficial. Researchers recently explored this question.

When it's chilly out, some people get worried about catching a cold, but how about having a stroke? New research suggests there may be a connection between weather and stroke risk.

After a stroke, a person’s physical reflexes and other abilities can change. Those changes may affect how well that person can do regular activities like driving a vehicle.